Julia Spaht
Senior Private Counselor
- Nearly two decades working with students as an educator, mentor, writing coach, and college counselor
- Former Director of Admissions, Associate Director of College Counseling, and Writing Center Director at independent schools
- Deep knowledge of liberal arts colleges and southern universities
- Portfolio guidance for visual and performing arts applicants
- Strong, practiced support for students with ADHD, dyslexia, or anxiety, and for LGBTQ+ students
A Washington & Lee alumna who holds advanced degrees from Vanderbilt University and Middlebury College, Julia brings both a rich institutional perspective and a lifelong love of learning to her work. Throughout her career, she has become known for warm, responsive mentorship—especially with arts-focused students, applicants to southern and liberal arts colleges, and students who benefit from additional encouragement and structure.